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4 RAILWAY COTTAGES WATER STREET
HAMPSTEAD NORREYS BERKSHIRE
Goring on Thames London Paddington under the hour 6 miles
Didcot London Paddington under the hour 8 miles
Reading 14 miles London Paddington 27 minutes
M4 at Chieveley J 13 5 miles A34 at East Ilsley 4 miles
Newbury 11 miles Oxford? 17 miles
Distances and times approximate
Situated in this most popular Berkshire Downland village within
the catchment for The Downs Secondary School, boasting an immensely
highly regarded Primary School and a Village Shop, surrounded by
scenic countryside designated an A.O.N.B. and conveniently placed
for access to Newbury, Reading, the M4 J13 , the A34, and nearby
mainline railway station in Goring on Thames providing access to
London Paddington in under the hour.
A beautifully presented 18th century semi detached cottage
affording a characterful yet modern home, benefitting from
renovation and offering elegant accommodation, inclusive of
detached garden room and shed with utilities.? The property has the
most stunning position with delightful garden overlooking the
adjoining maze fields and rolling hills.
An Exquisite Semi Detached Period Cottage Inclusive Of Detached
Garden Room Of Striking Architectural Design With Stunning Gardens
Adjoining Open Fields & Wonderful Far Reaching Views
Within Close Driving Distance Of The River Thames, Extensive
Amenities, Outstanding Schooling, Mainline Railway Station To
London Paddington In Well Under The Hour
Covered Porch
Sitting Room With Woodburner
Kitchen
Landing
Two Bedrooms
Shower Room
Delightful Secluded Gardens & Grounds Backing On To Open Fields
Enjoying Stunning Views
Detached Garden Home Office and Shed
LOCATION
The village of Hampstead Norreys lies peacefully in a wooded valley
on the upper reaches of the River Pang which runs from its source
near Compton through the centre of the village eventually joining
the Thames at Pangbourne. Situated in the heart of the Berkshire
Downlands, the village is surrounded by scenic undulating
countryside designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty . The
village has historic origins, being recorded in the Domesday Book
of 1086AD. By the 13th century it was known as Hamstede Sifrewast,
becoming Hampstead Ferrers by 1367 and eventually when the village
became part of the great estate of Sir John Norreys of Yattendon in
1450, it became known as Hampstead Norris or Norreys. The fine
village church of St.Mary s dates originally from Saxon times with
later Norman additions.
Within the more recent years an impressive village hall has been
built with superb recreation ground, as well as a delightful C of E
Primary School. For secondary education the nearby village of
Compton has the Downs Secondary School, which in recent years has
established itself as one of the leading secondary schools in the
area and now boasts a VI form. In addition to having well revered
and outstanding local state primary and secondary schooling, the
area is also extremely well served by an excellent range of private
schooling, of particular note; Cranford House School, The Oratory
Preparatory School, Moulsford Preparatory School, St Andrews
Preparatory School, The Oratory School, Pangbourne College,
Brockhurst & Marlston House, Downe House, Rupert House School,
Shiplake College, The Abbey School, Bradfield College, The Manor
Preparatory School, Abingdon School, Abingdon Preparatory School,
Radley College, and St Helen & St Katharine.
The village also has The White Hart Inn which provides good food
and there is an active local community centred round the village
hall with an horticultural society, senior citizens club and
various sports teams especially cricket. More recently with Lottery
Funding and local participation a Village Community Shop has been
opened to great success serving the local needs 7 days a week and
staffed by local residents, and duly boasting regular art displays.
Close to the village is situated Wyld Court where is located The
Living Rainforest, famous for its exquisite rare orchids and
tropical flowers.
There are good road communications with easy road access to the
surrounding towns, M4 motorway and the fast A34 dual carriageway
linking the south coast with Oxford and the Midlands. For rail
commuters there are main line stations at Newbury, Pangbourne and
Goring, all providing regular services up to London Paddington .
There is also a local bus route service to Newbury. The major
centres of Reading, Oxford, Newbury and Henley on Thames are all
within easy driving distance as are the M4 and M40 Motorways.
Crossrail Elizabeth Line services have commenced from Reading,
which together with the completed electrification of the line has
significantly improved travelling times to East and West
destinations.
PROPERTY DESCRIPTION
4 Railway Cottages is the end terrace in a row of 4, quietly tucked
away down a private driveway just off Water Street which leads to
the front of the property.? Dating back to the 18th Century, the
cottage has been totally renovated by the current owner, including
replacement windows and doors and the installation of an external
combi boiler, plus all walls which have been stripped back and
double skinned to provide a? well insulated home.? Entrance is
under a covered porch leading into the sitting room which has a
stable door and beautiful flagstone flooring.? The room has lovely
beamed detail and a woodburner and also provides access to the
staircase with useful understairs cupboard for storage.? The
kitchen overlooks the garden and is of beautiful hand made design,
featuring wooden worktops, double Belfast sink and underfloor
heating.? Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms, one with fitted wardrobes
and a second deep cupboard offering plenty of storage and the other
bedroom has a single fitted wardrobe and lovely garden views. Both
bedrooms have stripped and varnished floorboards.? Also upstairs is
a modern shower room.? There is a loft hatch with a drop down
ladder provided.? The loft is the full length and width of the
house and is fully boarded.
The property offers scope to extend, subject to planning permission
which has been approved by neighbouring properties.
OUTSIDE
Quietly situated off a private gravelled driveway from Water Street
in the heart of the village, the cottage has a side access with
side gate leading to the rear garden.? At the side of the house is
a useful fitted wooden bin store.? The garden then opens up
revealing a beautiful established? outlook, with climbing roses,
mature shrubs and trees, including fig and cherry within the lawned
area.? The garden room is fully insulated and features CAT 5
Ethernet allowing for multiple use.? The garden continues to the
far boundary which adjoins a maze field and captures the wonderful
rolling hill views.? There is a terrace with an electric point,
plus shed also with electric, currently housing both the dryer and
freezer.
Delightfully mature and with adjoining countryside, the gardens and
grounds are simply breathtaking.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the
property. Central heating and domestic hot water from recently
installed oil fired combi boiler.
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Postcode RG18 0SB
Energy Efficiency Rating C
Local Authority West Berkshire District Council. Telephone
DIRECTIONS
From our offices in the centre of Goring turn left and proceed down
the High Street continue over the river bridge and up to the top of
Streatley High Street.? At the traffic lights continue straight
over onto the Aldworth Road and proceed up Streatley Hill. Continue
through the village of Aldworth and in a further 3? miles on
reaching Hampstead Norreys continue down the hill into the village,
driving through the village centre. On meeting a junction, turn
right in to Water Street, and the gravelled driveway to Railway
Cottages will be found off on the right hand side, with number 4
being the property straight ahead.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through Warmingham & Co.
DISCLAIMER
The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fittings or
services so cannot verify that they are in working order.? If
required, the client is advised to obtain verification.? These
particulars are issued on the understanding that all negotiations
are conducted through Warmingham & Co. Whilst all due care is taken
in the preparation of these particulars, no responsibility for
their accuracy is accepted, nor do they form part of any offer or
contract. Intending clients must satisfy themselves by inspection
or otherwise as to their accuracy prior to signing a contract.
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